Chehalis Centralia Events Calendar

This community events calendar is the place to find fun activities and things to do throughout Lewis County, including Centralia, Chehalis and beyond.

Feb
11
Fri
Find Work Friday Virtual Job Fair @ Find Work Friday is a virtual event hosted on app.brazenconnect.com
Feb 11 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Find Work Friday Virtual Job Fair @ Find Work Friday is a virtual event hosted on app.brazenconnect.com

Find Work Friday is a WorkSource virtual hiring event that connects you to recruiters across Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, and Thurston Counties. Join us for this FREE hiring event and connect directly with local employers from different industries. Find Work Friday provides an opportunity to chat with recruiters instantly to see if their company is a good fit for you.

Here is a link to a video explaining the Brazen platform: https://youtu.be/h48DdeFg8Bo

Registration is a 2-step process.
1. Job seekers must complete the registration form at the following link:
https://bit.ly/3rgVyRs
2. Click a verification link which is emailed to each registrant from “Washington State PacMountain Workforce”

WorkSource is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service: 711

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation in order to attend this event, please email Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.

Feb
23
Wed
Salkum WorkSource Pop-up Event @ Salkum Timberland Library
Feb 23 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Salkum WorkSource Pop-up Event @ Salkum Timberland Library

WorkSource is hosting a FREE Pop-Up Resource and Job Fair at the Salkum Timberland Library to help with your job search needs. Come meet with WorkSource staff and learn about our services and resources.

Multiple Lewis County employers will be recruiting at this job fair. Bring your resume if you are ready to apply.

WorkSource is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service: 711

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation in order to attend this event, please email Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.

Mar
15
Tue
Randle WorkSource Pop-up Event @ Mountain View Timberland Library
Mar 15 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Randle WorkSource Pop-up Event @ Mountain View Timberland Library

WorkSource is holding a FREE indoor Pop-Up Resource and Job Fair at the Mountain View Timberland Library on Tuesday, March 15th from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Come and chat in-person with WorkSource staff to learn about the resources we offer and how we can assist with your job search. Recruiters from multiple employers will also be present. Bring questions and copies of your resume if you are ready to apply!

Covid-19 safety protocol will be observed by all guests at this indoor event.

WorkSource is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service: 711

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation in order to attend this event, please email Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.

May
6
Fri
Olympia WorkSource Pop-Up Job Fair @ Capital Mall - Macy's Court
May 6 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Olympia WorkSource Pop-Up Job Fair @ Capital Mall - Macy's Court

WorkSource and the Capital Mall have teamed up to bring you a FREE Pop-up Job Fair on Friday May 6th from noon to 4:00 PM. This event will be hosted by Capital Mall at the indoor court in front of Macy’s.

Here is what to expect as a job seeker:
• Over 20 recruiting employers
• Free raffle prizes, sponsored by local businesses
• On site interviews
• No cost to attend
• Job opportunities for ages 16+

Employer space is very limited. If you an employer located in Thurston County with jobs in one of the following industry sectors (Retail, Food Production, Forest & Wood Products, Healthcare, Hospitality, Information Technology, Manufacturing, or Transportation & Logistics) and are interested in recruiting at this event, email mpong@thurstonchamber.com

WorkSource is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service: 711

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation in order to attend this event, please email Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.

Aug
26
Fri
Artisan Night Market at Benefit Auction for Hope Alliance @ The Loft
Aug 26 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Artisan Night Market at Benefit Auction for Hope Alliance @ The Loft

A night you won’t want to miss! August 26th we are hosting an exclusive Benefit Auction, Dinner, Shopping, and Music experience and The Loft!

Tickets are pre-sale only! Buy now until July 31st here: nightmarket.ticketleap.com/artisan-night-market/

~Doors open at 4 PM to our benefit auction for Hope Alliance Lewis County. We have some AMAZING items up for auction! (Soon to be announced)
~Dinner will be served at 5 PM followed by our live music with Mason Robert Keith Music Ft. Raven Nyberg
~Shopping experience open from 6-9 PM with our 10 hand selected vendors
Bringing your family? No problem! We have an exclusive “Man-Cave” for the fellas to hang out!

Tickets are $50 each. Includes: Access to our Benefit Auction, 1 Dinner, 1 Desert, 1 Moc-Tail, 1 Concert Ticket, A Swag Bag, Access to Man-Cave and Access to our hand selected vendors!

Doors will open at 6:30 PM to the public for a $5 admission and will include 1 Swag Bag and 1 Moc-tail.

Limited quantities available. All proceeds from Benefit Auction will be donated directly to Hope Alliance Lewis County.

Nov
25
Fri
Holiday Market at The Loft @ The Loft
Nov 25 @ 5:00 pm – Nov 27 @ 3:00 pm
Holiday Market at The Loft @ The Loft

Join us on November 25, 26, & 27 at The Loft in the historic downtown Chehalis in the ONLY Holiday Market around!

Shop over 60 Local Vendors and Artisans, sip some Hot Cocoa and enjoy our cozy setting!
Bring the kids for a photo with Santa and listen to some Holiday Music!
Free Admission & Free Parking

When:
November 25, 5-8 p.m.
November 26, 10-4 p.m.
November 27, 10-3 p.m.

Where:
The Loft
547 Nw Pacific Ave
Chehalis, Wa 98532

Jan
25
Wed
Stormwater Management Workshop: Keeping our Streams Healthy! @ Borst Park Kitchen #1
Jan 25 @ 6:00 pm
Stormwater Management Workshop: Keeping our Streams Healthy! @ Borst Park Kitchen #1

Kim Ashmore, City of Centralia’s Public Works Director, will be presenting on stormwater management in the Chehalis River Basin. Learn about the impacts of nonpoint pollution on water quality and salmon. Hear more about what you can do to prevent pollution runoff at your home!

Feb
1
Wed
Build a Rain Garden Free Workshop @ Zoom Meeting
Feb 1 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Build a Rain Garden Free Workshop @ Zoom Meeting

Do you want to learn more about rain gardens? Join Stream Team and Bob Simmons from WSU Extension for a free workshop to learn the basics of designing and building your own rain garden. Rain gardens are a great tool for filtering stormwater pollutants before they reach streams! Learn about using native plants to create habitat for birds and pollinators.

Join Zoom Meeting Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82796956884?pwd=RlBsUEh6UVoyc2ZJWXBXNUZJTCt0QT09
Meeting ID: 827 9695 6884
Passcode: 918768
Call Number: 1-253-205-0468 / 1-253-215-8782

Mar
24
Fri
Annual Nonprofit Leaders Conference @ Ocean Shores Convention Center
Mar 24 all-day
Annual Nonprofit Leaders Conference @ Ocean Shores Convention Center

The mission of Nonprofit Leaders Conference is to strengthen rural and coastal area nonprofits.

The Nonprofit Leaders Conference for Coastal and SW Washington became an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit in the summer of 2015.

This is a one-day conference geared towards rural and coastal nonprofits that provides information and training on the following topics-
• Communications
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• Finance/Fiscal Management
• Nonprofit Management Nuts and Bolts
• Leadership – board and staff
• Adaptability
• Volunteer Management

Apr
1
Sat
2nd Annual Spring Fling at The Loft @ The Loft
Apr 1 @ 10:00 am – Apr 2 @ 4:00 pm

Come Join Wilde Soul & The Loft in presenting our 2nd Spring Fling Market!

When:
Saturday April 1st from 10~ 4 pm
&
Sunday April 2nd from 10 ~ 4 pm

Where:
The Loft
547 NW Pacific Ave,
Chehalis, WA 98532

Come join us at The Loft and shop our amazing group of vendors and artisans and eat some delicious food! Featuring Farmhouse goods, Handmade Items, Bath Goods, Home Decor, & MORE!
The Loft was built for mercantile and implements in 1906. The Sears came in the 1940’s. Mixed with history of timeless details of brick & mortar with hand-hewn old growth! This building is absolutely stunning! You won’t want to miss this Market!

Admission is FREE
Parking is FREE

We will be doing a door prize of a basket with goodies from our vendors! All the proceeds from the Raffle will go to the Lewis County Animal Shelter! Raffle tickets are $1 each!

Vendor Inquiry:
If interested in vending email Shelby at wildesoulus@gmail.com.